Information security courses can help you learn risk assessment, network security protocols, encryption techniques, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in threat analysis, vulnerability management, and compliance with security regulations. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security information and event management (SIEM) software, demonstrating how these tools are applied to protect data and maintain system integrity.

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Project Schedules, Diagram Design, Data Visualization, Project Management, Communication
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Validation, Data Access, Query Languages, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Google Analytics
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Generative AI, Kubernetes, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Data Storage, Public Cloud, Containerization, Application Development, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Virtual Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Java Programming, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Middleware, Plan Execution, Software Design Patterns, Persona Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Probability, Data Analysis, Algebra, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Statistics, Geometry, Arithmetic
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Case Studies, Cash Flows, Big Data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Market Share, Database Software, E-Commerce
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, Google Workspace, User Accounts, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Capacity Management, System Configuration, Security Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Safety Culture, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Governance, AI Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Management, Leadership, Cyber Risk, Culture Transformation, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Assessment, Leadership Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Motivation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, AI Security, Gemini, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Cloud API, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Scripting Languages
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Organizational Skills, Social Media Content, Merchandise Maintenance, Account Management, User Accounts, Direct Selling, Marketing, Business Marketing, Product Promotion, Business Strategy, Business Analytics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Prompt Engineering, MongoDB, Query Languages, Metadata Management, Performance Tuning, Embeddings, Data Pipelines
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Network Performance Management, Virtual Machines, Network Analysis, Load Balancing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months